Neurology Community
Engage, Learn, Network and Progress Practice in Neurology
If you’re interested in the brain, spinal cord, nerves or muscles, AANP has a place for you. The Neurology Community offers a unique opportunity to interactively collaborate with colleagues who share interest or clinical expertise in neurology. As a community member, you’ll have access to a cutting-edge, online forum where you can engage in discussions, document sharing and knowledge exchange with your fellow nurse practitioners (NPs). Come learn, share and help progress the development of theory and practice in neurology.
A Message From the Neurology Community Co-chair
Dr. Celia McIntosh, DNP, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CCRN, CEN, SCRN, CNRN, LNC, is a dual-certified NP whose career spans neuroscience, clinical innovation, executive leadership in nonprofit organizations and social justice advocacy. With more than 20 years of experience in neurology, psychiatry, emergency medicine and critical care, she specializes in advancing equitable outcomes and building trauma-informed systems of care.
For over 12 years, she has served as a neurohospitalist NP, caring for patients with stroke, epilepsy, ALS and traumatic brain injury. Her expertise in brain health extends from bedside practice to system-wide initiatives, including depression screening protocols for acute stroke and human trafficking protocols embedded into electronic health records.
Dr. McIntosh’s leadership integrates neuroscience with advocacy, addressing the neurological impacts of racism, trauma and toxic workplaces, particularly for Black women. A global speaker, author and nonprofit leader, she continues to advance initiatives at the intersection of brain health, social determinants of health and equity.
Neurology Community Forums
Join this growing community and engage with other like-minded NPs with an interest in neurology. Take part in interactive discussion and debate, gain support and explore Q&As and always be on top of the latest available news, education and information.
Neurology Community Details and Eligibility
- Annual Dues: $20.
- Available exclusively to current AANP members.
- Open to all AANP members with specialty practice or interest in neurology, particularly those with board certification.